Iconography
NON-EURASIAN ICONOGRAPHY
Further details
This type of mask was worn by the Oba, on the hip, during important ceremonies. The mask is said to represent Idia, mother of Oba Esigie who ruled in the sixteenth century.
Artist or creator
Benin Kingdom (Nigeria) Edo ethnic group
Date
16th century
Location
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